Butler's Cross on the map
Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)
Location in BuckinghamshireButler's Cross sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Butler's Cross
Butler's Cross is a small settlement located in the county of Buckinghamshire, within the HP17 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of England, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and is situated near the border with Oxfordshire. The name Butler's Cross likely derives from a historical cross or landmark associated with a local landowner or family. While the settlement is not large, it is part of a wider network of villages and hamlets that contribute to the rural character of the region. The surrounding landscape includes fields, hedgerows, and occasional woodland, typical of the English countryside. The area is accessible by road and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Aylesbury and Bicester.
School Ratings in Butler's Cross
Families in Butler's Cross have access to 57 local schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Butler's Cross
Homes sell for an average of £572K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £673K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Butler's Cross
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Butler's Cross, with 1 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Butler's Cross
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Butler's Cross among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Healthcare in Butler's Cross
There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Butler's Cross, the nearest being Westongrove Partnership (1.5 miles away).
Local Data for Butler's Cross
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Property Prices 1,883 sales
Schools & Education 57 within 5 miles View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP17 postcode area.
Household Income in Butler's Cross ONS 2023
The average total household income in Butler's Cross is approximately £77,205 a year before tax, 40% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,720. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £51,720.
Businesses in Butler's Cross ONS 2025
There are approximately 655 active businesses based in Butler's Cross, around 60 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Butler's Cross IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Butler's Cross experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Butler's Cross 10 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Butler's Cross are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Butler's Cross
Of the 4,578 households in and around Butler's Cross, 79% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Butler's Cross.